What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob

peugeot car key replacement Key Fob is a handy feature that lets drivers start their vehicle from some distance. This is beneficial during extreme temperatures as it permits drivers to warm the engine and the interior before getting inside the vehicle.

Car dealerships can design and program new Peugeot keys for you but only if they are willing to wait weeks for them to do it. KeyNOW is the only place where you can get your keys. KeyNOW we can cut the keys, program them and then deliver new Peugeot keys to you, much faster.

Keyless Entry

As well as opening and locking your car doors, certain key fobs are also able to start the engine. This is useful if you have to leave the vehicle during hot weather, or if you're carrying heavy items in the trunk that make it difficult to open the door manually. To start the car with your key fob, press the unlock button a few times in quick sequence. The door locks will lock and a red light will start to flash. If it doesn't, the battery in your key fob might be depleted and require replacement. Alternately RF interference caused by nearby buildings could affect your system.

Some key fobs also have physical keys that can be used to open your vehicle (often for the driver's side door, but sometimes the boot as well). They can be opened by flipping up the flap on the fob or pressing a button on the case. The key's physical part can be pulled out of the slot in the case.

Key fobs can be damaged by water - especially in the event that the chips inside are exposed to salty or soapy water. In certain instances keys will cease to function completely due to a damaged chip. If this occurs the key fob will have to be replaced, usually by the dealer. Locksmiths can supply replacement keys much faster and at a lesser cost than dealerships.

Remote Start

If your key fob comes with the remote start feature, it can turn on the engine without having to have your car keys in hand. This is especially useful when it's hot and you need to cool down your car while you run the errands. However, there are some things you need to know prior to making use of this feature.

Some key fobs have a dedicated remote engine start button (for instance Ford's key fob sports an arrow-shaped circular shape that runs clockwise) that you need to press to start the car remotely. Mazdas, for instance, require you to lock the key first and then press the Start button.

If you're having trouble starting your car, you could have a weak or dead battery in the key fob. This is because the batteries inside the key fob aren't able to send an energizing signal to the car's system.

If this is the scenario, you'll have to replace the batteries in your key fob, or try to re-programme it. This procedure varies from car to car, but you should generally follow the instructions in the owner's manual. Our mobile technicians are competent to assist you with this process. We have the specialist equipment to cut and program replacement peugeot 207 remote key programming keys at your office, home or even if you are stuck on the roadside.

Door Locks

The Peugeot 3008 remote system lets you to lock or unlock your car by pressing the button on your key fob. Contrary to the traditional key, which has a physical key hole this key fob is able to store an electronic copy of the car's key inside.

It does this by using an electronic signal that is only transmitted if the key is within a certain distance from the car. A solenoid in the door lock converts the electronic signal into mechanical after the signal is detected. This triggers a rod that opens the door lock exactly like the turning of a physical key used to do.

If you notice that a Peugeot key fob has stopped locking or unlocking the vehicle, there are many possible reasons for the issue. The most common reason is the battery is dead. This is easily replaced in minutes. Other causes include worn-out buttons, signals interference or water damage or a malfunctioning chip.

The key fob on modern cars is no exception. Modern cars require extremely high level of precision to function. The key fob could have been programmed incorrectly, or it may have a hardware defect that stops the vehicle from responding to the signal from the key. A certified locksmith can reprogram the key fob and ensure that it is compatible with your vehicle.

Immobiliser

peugeot 207 key fob were one of the first car manufacturers to incorporate an immobiliser chip in a key. This prevents the vehicle from starting if it detects an incorrect signal being sent from the key to the car. When it's brand new, this is fantastic however, as they age the chips can get worn out and begin to cause issues. This typically happens when you notice an alert on your dashboard that says 'anti-theft system active or a warning light that says 'immobiliser failure'.

Typically, Peugeot dealerships have to be asked to create and program replacement keys. However a professional mobile locksmith has dealer-standard equipment in their van, meaning they can be with you and creating new peugeot 107 key replacement keys at the side of the road or at your home faster than dealerships are able to.

Peugeot keys typically begin to fail when the key blade wears out. This wear causes the mouth part of the key to stop being able to enter the lock in a proper manner and causing wear on the locks themselves. The issue can be fixed by simply replacing the blade. It can also help to have the teeth of the keys rehabilitated so that they function more efficiently. Only a professional auto locksmith can do this, but it will save you a lot of time and money in the future.